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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23
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1. Tell us about a time you exceeded expectations
2. Tell us about responsibilities you have taken outside work/study
3. Why SH?
Hi @Jessica Booker,
I am worried that my A-levels are going to come in the way of me obtaining a training contract at a commercial law firm. I got a BCC and don't have proof or evidence of mitigating circumstances. I know that there are a lot of firms that have no A-level requirements but they still want to see consistency in my grades so I'm scared they would reject me even with a good written application. I am currently going into my third year with a high 2:1.
Do you have any advice for me?
I am worried that my A-levels are going to come in the way of me obtaining a training contract at a commercial law firm. I got a BCC and don't have proof or evidence of mitigating circumstances. I know that there are a lot of firms that have no A-level requirements but they still want to see consistency in my grades so I'm scared they would reject me even with a good written application. I am currently going into my third year with a high 2:1.
Do you have any advice for me?
Hey! You absolutely have a chance so please do not discount yourself. I know someone who was able to secure TC at Linklaters with BBC at A-Level which is not far off from your A-Level grades.
Heya, I wanted to confirm whether I understood the wording correctly:
> Eligible students will be in their penultimate year of a law degree or final year of a non-law degree. Students are paid £400 per week. We also accept applications from students who have already completed their degrees.
Does this mean a final year student can't apply? [For a VS with Covington]
> Eligible students will be in their penultimate year of a law degree or final year of a non-law degree. Students are paid £400 per week. We also accept applications from students who have already completed their degrees.
Does this mean a final year student can't apply? [For a VS with Covington]
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Seems a bit odd that they don’t allow final year law students to apply - I read this more that you can’t apply any earlier than the timeframes outlined for law and non-law students, but probably worthwhile checking with them if no one here can provide certainty.
Finally got that much anticipated TC PFO from my dream firm after doing an SVS with them. Onwards and upwards and in the end what's meant to be will be!!!!
Finally got that much anticipated TC PFO from my dream firm after doing an SVS with them. Onwards and upwards and in the end what's meant to be will be!!!!
I'm sorry to hear this. I know you will find another firm that's right for you.
Do you know where things might have gone wrong? Or how you would have approached the VS differently?
This is helpful to know. I had a question specific to the Indian A&O scheme. I'm not sure if they have discontinued the Indian clerkship that used to exist. Plus, do they sponsor visas and travel/acc costs? And if the Indian clerkship doesn't exist separately, are we allowed to apply under the UK scheme?
Plus, for the application - are we supposed to fill in the work exp/ personal details and give the SJT in one sitting? Or it can be done at our own pace?
Also, If someone could share the questions A&O has asked for the VI this time- that would be great! Or let me know if these are different for everybody. I wanted to know these in advance only because I'll be giving the SJT a little later. So, if these are same, I could prep in advance
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Thank you! It's definitely strange, especially since there seems to be different wording depending on where I look. I'll likely email them tomorrow
Also to add in: is it just SJT? Amberjack software always give you some verbal and numerical questions too.
Head up high, you got this for the next cycle! Onward and upward!Finally got that much anticipated TC PFO from my dream firm after doing an SVS with them. Onwards and upwards and in the end what's meant to be will be!!!!
Finalists can apply too
It's everyone 'from' their penultimate year of a law degree and final year of a non-law degree- Status
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